Shrewsbury, Shropshire

3 WHITEHALL TERRACE

3 Whitehall Terrace is a rare gem. This stunning 1838 Grade II Listed Recency Townhouse is truly something special, located just off a quiet residential street and a short walk to the county town of Shrewsbury.

As soon as you walk through the wrought iron gate onto the private terrace you are blown away by the stunning gardens and the beauty of the four period properties, with their grandeur and elegant charm.

This four-storey, four-bedroom property is full of original features, from the sash windows with original shutters, stained glass doors, wooden flooring and high ceilings to the stunning original balcony with wrought iron balustrade overlooking the original Recency gardens, which have remained the same since the properties were built in 1838. They are a true delight, full of an abundance of incredible plants, shrubs, and flowers.

The property itself is full of light and has a very uplifting feel. The current owners have been very sympathetic in the many changes they have made, adding a wonderful modern twist to this classic beauty. Included are new period style radiators, new bathrooms, kitchen, boiler and redecoration throughout.

The house comprises of a large open-plan kitchen and dining area, downstairs bathroom, utility, home office and dry cellar. On the first floor is a double bedroom, family bathroom and an impressive living room with double French doors opening onto the balcony area with stunning views across the Shrewsbury skyline. The second floor includes a second double bedroom and a beautiful master with the final floor being home to another double bedroom. The property flows beautifully with lots of large airy rooms.

No 3 is approached via Whitehall Street and onto the peaceful and private terrace. Steps lead past the original rockery garden up to the attractive porch with original tiled flooring and a lovely bench on which to sit and soak up the tranquil surroundings. The stained glass front door opens onto the long HALLWAY with original wooden flooring and high ceilings.

The OPEN PLAN KITCHEN AND DINING AREA is the heart of the home and a wonderful entertaining space. Original wooden flooring, a large sash window (with wooden surround and working original shutters) overlooks the front gardens. At the end of this large space are French doors opening on the walled herb garden. The double aspect creates a light, bright and airy space. The KITCHEN has recently been installed by the current owners and includes painted wooden base units and drawers with integrated, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. There is a freestanding induction Smeg oven, Belfast sink and a 3-meter continuous marble work surface, marble splashbacks and bespoke marble shelving. The DINING AREA is a lovely large space with an attractive gas fireplace with marble surround, high ceilings, coving and ceiling rose. Both rooms flow beautifully together creating a wonderful, elegant, charming space.

The open-plan dining room and kitchen area are perfect for entertaining. At Christmas, everyone gathers around the table with the fire on before retiring to the upstairs lounge.’

The UTILITY can also be accessed via a side door, leading through from the walled herb garden, comprising of Terrazzo flooring (which also flows into the bathroom and home office) and built-in storage, which matches the kitchen units and space for a washing machine and dryer. The DOWNSTAIRS BATHROOM includes a low flush WC, hand basin and walk-in power shower.

The HOME OFFICE is a versatile room and could be used for multiple uses. The current owners use it as a home office. This space includes built-in storage in the same style as the kitchen and utility, a large storage cupboard and a side window overlooking the herb garden.

The property also boasts a large dry CELLAR with heating, water and electricity all connected. This space is currently used as a cellar but could be tanked and lend itself to a gym, games/cinema room.

The Original wooden staircase leads to the first floor comprising of a stunning FAMILY BATHROOM, recently refurbished throughout and very much in keeping with the period of the property. This space includes marble tiled flooring and walls, a separate room for the WC, a pedestal hand basin, a freestanding roll-top bath with an overhead shower fixing, a large storage cupboard, a heated towel rail and a frosted window.

BEDROOM THREE is also on this floor and is a lovely double room with fitted shelving (which could easily be converted into wardrobes), high ceilings and views over the long back garden and Victorian rooftops.

The stunning LIVING ROOM very much has the wow factor with double French doors (in their original wooden surround with working shutters), opening onto a balcony with wrought iron balustrade and views across the charming gardens and the Shrewsbury skyline. With wooden flooring, a high ceiling and Regency coving, an attractive fireplace with wooden surround, this space is light, bright, and uplifting, a real joy.

The Second floor is host to two more bedrooms. BEDROOM TWO is a great size double with all the character charm of the rest of the property and delightful views over the rear garden.

The MASTER BEDROOM is also on the second floor and sits just above the living room. This elegant space has double sash windows, once again with views across the Recency Gardens and the Shrewsbury skyline. This spacious room is delightful, with wooden flooring and space for freestanding furniture.

A final carpeted staircase twists up to BEDROOM FOUR. The current owners use this space as a children’s playroom but it could equally lend itself to multiple uses. A quirky and charming area, large enough for a double bed and pretty views over the Shrewsbury skyline.

Seller Insight

Set in beautiful period gardens, 3 Whitehall Terrace is a stunning Regency townhouse located on a quiet residential street just moments away from Shrewsbury’s historic Abbey and town centre. Set back from the road, it sits as one of four properties in a private terrace. The current owners explain what first attracted them to the property: ‘As soon as we walked through the cast iron gate into the private walled garden, it felt like we had entered a secret oasis within the town. We fell in love with all the period features, the original balcony and sash windows overlooking the beautiful gardens which have remained the same since the house was built in 1838.’ They add, ‘It’s been a very tranquil and peaceful place to live, with wonderful views across the gardens and beyond to town, yet close to the shops, cafes, and excellent amenities of Shrewsbury.’

This is an exceptional property that has maintained all its original features, from shuttered windows to coving, while also being improved to offer luxurious comfort throughout. ‘The marble bathroom with its Burlington roll-top bath is a wonderful place to unwind,’ say the owners, who, in two years of living here, have also fitted a new kitchen, boiler, traditional-style radiators, and built-in storage. They have also redecorated throughout.

‘The Terrace has a lovely friendly atmosphere; all of our immediate neighbours have lived here for around forty years and frequently help each other out.’

‘In the spring and summer, the French doors can be opened up to allow people to freely move between the garden and the kitchen, creating lots of space.’

‘Each season brings a new change in the garden, which is a joy to see. In the spring, the garden is full of flowers and blossom, the most incredible sight.’

‘Upstairs, the lounge always seems to impress with its original dual French doors opening out onto the balcony and views over the gardens to Shrewsbury Castle and library.’

‘Shrewsbury town centre has a huge array of amenities, including amazing coffee shops, bakeries, and a train station with excellent links to Birmingham and London.’

‘This is a very special house bursting with elegance and beauty that would be hard to match.’*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Tenure – Freehold Council Tax – E

Parking – is on street, just outside the terrace. We understand that a rental space is available just a few moments away from the property, if required. All mains services are connected. No 4 has a right of access along the path at the rear.

OUTSIDE

The outside of this property is equally as beautiful as the inside. As you walk into the private terrace you are immediately drawn to the stunning front gardens. Each house owns a strip of garden directly in front of the individual property. The gardens are truly impressive, having stayed the same since they were built in 1838. There is an abundance of trees, shrubs, flowers, hedging and plants. No 3 has a lawned pathway that leads down to the very end with a delightful seating area in which to sit a soak up the enchanting surroundings. The property also has a large rear south-facing garden, comprising of a walled herb garden just off the kitchen, the perfect place to sit a have your morning coffee. There is a shingled stone area which is the perfect spot for alfresco dining and to place your garden furniture. The rest of the garden is mainly laid to lawn. A delightful area and a real sun trap.

The property is located just a short walk from the town centre and the hustle and bustle of the glorious medieval town of Shrewsbury, with its enchanting, cobbled streets and Tudor buildings, wonderful independent shops, a plethora of fantastic eateries and bars to the many sought after state and independent schools, train station, theatre and beautiful quarry park. The property is also well placed within easy reach of the Shrewsbury by-pass with M54 link to the West Midlands, Chester and Birmingham.

In Summary, 3 Whitehall Terrace is a rare beauty, holding on to so many of its period features but with a modern and sympathetic twist. Peaceful and relaxing, but just a short walk from the town centre, a truly wonderful family home.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 14.09.2023

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